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Fixed wireless access (FWA) is a secure networking option

CIO Business Intelligence

When making decisions about network access, businesses need to be aware of and assess the security implications associated with network technology to help keep their digital assets protected. Cyber hygiene best practices include device security , cyber security education , and secure networking strategies.

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Using Secure Configurations | Standardize Your Security

Linux Academy

We use templates for network devices, workstations, laptops, and servers so that all of our devices match our security templates. This included installing operating system updates, NTP servers, DNS servers, static IPs, audit log options, anti-virus, etc. Network Device Configurations. Standardized Templates and Images.

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Defeating Worms And Viruses

Galido

A virus is a self- replicating, malicious application that can easily penetrate an operating system with the sole purpose of spreading harmful programming codes. The virus mainly penetrates through file sharing links and networks of harmful websites, attachments, via FTP source and IRC message links. Warnings from your firewall.

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How Can Educational Institutions Mitigate Cybersecurity Threats in Education?

Kitaboo

With networks and infrastructures extending beyond the safe school walls nowadays, cyber-attack threats against educational institutions are on the rise. A denial-of-service attack attempts to overwhelm or shut down a network, rendering it unusable to legitimate users. There is a heightened focus on remote learning and online classes.

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Smart UPS Connectivity: what it is and why you need it

CIO Business Intelligence

Smart, Remotely Managed UPS: More than just Backup Power At its most basic a UPS will ensure clean power to connected equipment and a seamless transition to battery power when mains power fails, until its battery becomes discharged.

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Ransomware’s Number 1 Target? Your Kid’s School

SecureWorld News

Without proper planning and preparation, schools may be unable to continue classes and administrative operations. Here are some recommendations for best network practices: "Patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as manufacturers release updates. Implement network segmentation.

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What Is Critical Software? NIST Defines It

SecureWorld News

Operating systems, hypervisors, container environments 3. Network control 6. Network protection 7. Network monitoring and configuration 8. Operational monitoring and analysis 9. Backup/recovery and remote storage. Identity, credential, and access management (ICAM) 2. Web browsers 4.